Tag: christlikeness
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What can we learn from Jesus’ personal devotional life?
Do you want to be “like Jesus”? Many people say yes–but neglect the formative practices that help get them there. This audio essay is an invitation to become more like Jesus by more closely emulating his own spiritual practices. These reveal something of his “hidden inner life” from which he drew strength.
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You are a house of prayer
Jesus overturned the tables of the money-changers in the temple. I’d call it righteous anger. But why did he do it? What might this have to do with your dignity and purpose? And how is it connected to you being a temple of God’s Spirit? This sermon on Mark 10:46-11:43 (also released as a podcast…
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If you want to actually be like Jesus
Christians agree that we want to be “like Jesus.” But if we want to actually be like Jesus, we have to know what Jesus is actually like. Many of us have blind spots. This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) explores Mark 4:35-41 and the stilling of the storm. It’s an opportunity to answer…
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Virtue As We Enter The New Dark Ages
The idea of “virtue” seems awkward and out-of-place. Alisdair MacIntyre suggests we’re entering “the new dark ages.” Vanity Fair is in the air. I think conversations about virtue are due for a comeback, at least among Christians. This podcast and podcast explains why.
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Preparing to honour God in big situations [Sermon]
Jesus and his early followers did big things for God even in the face of serious opposition. Why can we be so timid? This sermon on 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 provides an answer and also 2 suggestions about preparing to honour God in big situations.
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Abiding in Jesus the true vine, and bearing his fruit (Growing Deeper with John 15:1-17)
Jesus tells us he is the true vine, his Father is the gardener, and we are the branches. We are to “abide” in Jesus and bear fruit. What does he mean and how does this give us “joy”? That’s what I explore in this episode which is a Bible study on John 15:1-17.
